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Workers working in the Roman sewer system on the Appian Way found a life-sized marble statue of Hercules in 2023. This statue is believed to represent Emperor Decius, thereby expanding our vista of Roman art and leadership. One of the fascinating finds of the year 2023 has been this life-sized marble statue of Hercules. The…
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Origins in China Bonsai, meaning “planted in a container,” has its roots in the ancient Chinese art of penjing, which dates back over 2,000 years. Penjing involved creating miniature landscapes with trees and rocks, often symbolizing harmony between nature and humans. By the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD), penjing was a full-blown operation; however, miniature trees…
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